Serving 128 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richmond Elementary School's student population of 128 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
128 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of Rocori Public School District.
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